Bill Overview
Title: U.S.-Israel Anti-Killer Drone Act of 2022
Description: This bill adds a requirement for the Department of Defense to report to Congress, as part of the U.S.-Israeli defense cooperation program to counter unmanned aerial systems, the status of U.S.-Israeli cooperation in counter-unmanned aerial system capabilities. The bill also adds a requirement to report an assessment of Iranian unmanned aerial system threats.
Sponsors: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Target Audience
Population: People potentially impacted by unmanned aerial system operations in US-Israeli conflict zones
Estimated Size: 120000
- The bill involves U.S.-Israeli defense cooperation, which primarily affects the citizens of the U.S. and Israel.
- The target population is individuals potentially impacted by unmanned aerial systems, particularly in conflict regions involving the U.S. and Israel.
- The increase in surveillance and defense measures can potentially affect civil liberties and privacy rights.
- Iranian unmanned aerial threats suggest a focus on the Middle East region, affecting populations in the area.
Reasoning
- The primary group affected by this policy may include U.S. defense personnel involved in overseas operations or in missions related to surveillance and drone technology.
- Civil societies and privacy advocacy groups might experience indirect impacts due to increased defense measures, potentially perceiving a shift in civil liberties.
- U.S. technology contractors engaged in defense projects could see increased opportunities or shifts in project focuses, impacting workforce wellbeing.
- Residents in military-focused regions in the U.S. might experience economic benefits through increased defense spending, reflecting subtle wellbeing shifts.
Simulated Interviews
Department of Defense Analyst (Washington D.C.)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy enhances our ability to proactively address aerial threats.
- It provides a framework for more structured cooperation with Israel.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Privacy Rights Advocate (New York)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I am worried this will expand surveillance beyond military targets.
- There needs to be a firm balance between security and privacy.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Defense Contractor Executive (California)
Age: 39 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy significantly increases business opportunities in the field.
- It aligns with my company’s strategic goals in tech development.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 8 |
Air Force Pilot (Texas)
Age: 29 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Improving counter-unmanned systems is crucial to our safety.
- This policy has a direct impact on mission success and safety.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Retired Military Personnel (Florida)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Military strategies like these need continuous reassessment.
- I believe enhanced cooperation could lead to faster response times.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Tech Industry Professional (Virginia)
Age: 41 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy opens doors for innovation in tech applied to defense.
- It may push us to reconsider user privacy in tech applications.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Civil Liberties Researcher (Arizona)
Age: 47 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I am concerned about the policy’s implications on privacy rights.
- Continuous checks are necessary to ensure rights aren’t compromised.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 6 |
Military Base Operations Manager (Alaska)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy aligns with our focus on robust drone defense.
- Operational challenges will increase, but that’s expected.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Graduate Student (Ohio)
Age: 27 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could shape my future work in drone policy studies.
- It’s critical that we dissect the social impacts of such policies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Retired Intelligence Officer (New Mexico)
Age: 60 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy is a strategic necessity given the evolving threats.
- I hope this encourages more technological sharing and collaboration.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $7000000 (Low: $5000000, High: $10000000)
Year 2: $7250000 (Low: $5150000, High: $10300000)
Year 3: $7500000 (Low: $5300000, High: $10600000)
Year 5: $8000000 (Low: $5500000, High: $11000000)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The complexity and evolving nature of threats from unmanned aerial systems.
- U.S-Israeli defense collaboration may involve sensitive geopolitical considerations.
- Potential impacts on privacy and civil liberties due to increased surveillance measures.